Cocaine Sentencing Disparities
Written by Yussuf J. Simmonds (Managing Editor)
06 August 2010
Attorney General Eric HolderU.S. District Court Judge Terry Hatter, Jr.It had been established sometime ago that federal sentencing guidelines (a misnomer) has been used to incarcerate people of color ... read more >>

100 Years of Life: Dorothy Elizabeth Watson
Written by Sentinel News Service
06 August 2010
Dorothy Elizabeth WatsonDorothy Elizabeth Watson was born January 4, 1910 in Chicago, Illinois to Belle and James Lyle O'Neal. She was the third of eight children, all of whom preceded her in death. ... read more >>

Racial Profiling in Congress?
Written by Yussuf J. Simmonds (Managing Editor)
06 August 2010
Congresswoman Maxine WatersCongressman Charles RangelThere are 42 members of the Congressional Black Caucus and at least eight of them have been investigated in the last year for alleged ethics violations. ... read more >>

A Responsive City Clerk
Written by Yussuf J. Simmonds (Managing Editor)
29 July 2010
Alita Godwin, City ClerkWhen seeking information from the elected officials of Compton, the City Clerk exemplifies responsiveness to constituents.By Yussuf J. SimmondsThe city's website proclaims, "Welcome ... read more >>

Shepard’s Door 4th Annual Tea Party
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor)
29 July 2010
Author, relationship coach and speaker Allana Pratt lets the men know that when they step into their nobility, women will show them how much they want to be devoted to them. (Photo by Jason Lewis)By ... read more >>

Fashion Industry Stuck in the 1940’s
Written by Khadijah McCaskill (Intern)
29 July 2010
Is the modeling industry still suffering from a lack of color?By Khadijah MccaskillSentinel InternIt's fashion week in New York City. Leggy models with smoky eyes and pouty lips sashay down the runway ... read more >>

The South Africans
Written by Yussuf J. Simmonds (Managing Editor)
29 July 2010
*** LEGENDS ***by Yussuf J. Simmonds"They fought so that Black people could get Freedom, Justice and Equality"The recent announcement that Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu will be leaving public life ... read more >>

A Life Well Lived
Written by Fehintola Opanubi (Intern)
29 July 2010
Harrison Leo WashingtonForever to be missed, his light still shines on the ones he meant the world to.By Fehintola OpanubiSentinel InternFather, grandfather, uncle and fiancé, Harrison Leo Washington ... read more >>

Before They Die and Before We Forget
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) & Kaylee Davis (Intern)
29 July 2010
Reggie Turner being interviewed by Sentinel StaffReggie Turner made the documentary on the Tulsa Race Riots to inform American about a pivotal turn in Black History.By Brian CarterSentinel Staff Writerand ... read more >>

Thurgood Play Strikes a Chord with Inner City Kids
Written by Sentinel News Service
29 July 2010
The Zeta Rho Chapter of Omega Psi Phi pose with their mentees during a night at the theater.The Zeta Rho Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity gave disadvantaged youth of color the opportunity to experience ... read more >>

NCBW – History in the Making
Written by Sentinel News Service
29 July 2010
Florence La RueDr. Faye WilliamsDr. Bill RelefordThe Los Angeles Chapter of the National Congress of Black Women, Inc., is making history August 15, 2010 with its First West Coast Anniversary Installation ... read more >>

Right in the ‘Hood
Written by Sentinel News Service
29 July 2010
Det. Venus Mason with picture of captured fugitiveVeteran LAPD Detective Venus Mason Credited with Helping Crenshaw Community Capture Most Wanted Murder SuspectLOS ANGELES — Last week, the Los Angeles ... read more >>

Congressman Charles Rangel, A Legend Among Us
Written by Yussuf J. Simmonds (Managing Editor)
29 July 2010
Congressman Charles RangelAs one of the founding members of the Congressional Black Caucus, he has helped to make it 'the Conscience of Congress.'By Yussuf J. SimmondsSentinel Managing EditorCongressman ... read more >>

Shirley Sherrod: A Modern Day “Shero”
Written by Yussuf J. Simmonds (Managing Editor)
29 July 2010
Ms. Shirley SherrodA Teachable Moment!By Yussuf J. SimmondsSentinel Managing EditorSince Shirley Sherrod was forced to resign (fired) from her post at the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) because ... read more >>

The Life Reflections of Dorothy Elizabeth Watson
Written by Sentinel News Service
29 July 2010
Dorothy Elizabeth WatsonSunrise: June 4, 1910 - Sunset: July 25, 2010Dorothy Elizabeth Watson was born January 4, 1910, in Chicago, Illinois to Belle and James Lyle O'Neal. Dorothy was the third of eight ... read more >>

Alpha Phi Alpha Boycotts Arizona
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor)
29 July 2010
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. General President Herman "Skip" Mason addresses members of the fraternity in Las Vegas, NV., instead of in Phoenix, AZ. The general convention was planned for Phoenix, ... read more >>

Annie Turnbo Pope Malone
Written by Yussuf J. Simmonds (Managing Editor)
23 July 2010
Annie Turnbo Pope MaloneAnnie Turnbo Pope MaloneThe First Poro BuildingThe hot combs--some of her products*** Legends ***"Though her name was not well known, she left a rich legacy" By Yussuf J. SimmondsWhen ... read more >>

Funeral Service for Terry Jackson Scheduled
Written by Sentinel News Service
22 July 2010
Terry JacksonService for Terry Jackson, nephew of veteran journalist and former Los Angeles Sentinel food editor, Libby Clark will be held Saturday, 24 July 2010, at 2:00 pm, at Simpson Family Mortuary, ... read more >>

James Fredric Rogers, Esq. Succumbs
Written by Sentinel News Service
22 July 2010
James Fredric Rogers, Esq.December 24, 1928 - July 13, 2010James Fredric Rogers, Esq., 81, of Los Angeles, passed away on Tuesday July 13, 2010, after a battle with pancreatic cancer.He was born in Hope, ... read more >>

Deputy District Attorney vs. Compton Mayor
Written by Keisha Robinson (Special to the Sentinel)
22 July 2010
Mayor Eric PerrodinBy Keisha RobinsonSpecial to SentinelLast week I had the opportunity to speak with City of Compton Mayor, Eric Perrodin after leaving court performing his duties as a Deputy District ... read more >>